Dental Care and Autism: What You Should Know

• By: Dr. Greg Grillo Dentably.com
• October 1st, 2019
• dental care, dentist, Fall 2019 Issue, planning, sensory issues
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Going to the dentist can be nerve-wracking for anyone. However, for a child with autism going to the dentist can be a much more difficult experience. An overload of sensory elements can make going to the dentist overwhelming and scary. Luckily, choosing the right dentist, knowing what to expect,...

Integrated Healthcare and Autism Spectrum Disorders

• By: Vincent Siasoco, MD, MBA Richard Cohen, PhD Rita Bilello, DDS Metro Community Health Centers, Inc.
• July 1st, 2017
• dental care, healthcare, medical home model, summer 2017 issue
• 2017    0

For families with a loved one diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), navigating the health care system and accessing services can be a significant challenge. In fact, a 2009-2010 National Survey of Children with Special Health Care Needs examining the relationship between a child’s...